Description
This Kafta Kebabs recipe offers a flavorful Middle Eastern grilled dish made with ground beef, fresh parsley, onions, and a blend of spices. The mixture is shaped onto skewers and grilled to juicy perfection, making it an ideal meal for gatherings or a tasty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 medium yellow onion (quartered)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (washed and patted dry)
- 600 grams ground beef (lean)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon seven spice (pre-mixed spice blend)
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (more to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the herb and onion mixture: In the bowl of your food processor, add the quartered onion and fresh parsley. Pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped, creating a flavorful herb and onion base for the kebabs.
- Combine ingredients: Transfer the ground beef into a large mixing bowl. Add the finely chopped parsley and onion mixture, followed by salt, black pepper, seven spice, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly by hand until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the kebabs: Take portions of the meat mixture and mold them around skewers, ensuring the meat is about one to one and a half inches thick around each skewer for even cooking and juicy texture.
- Preheat the grill: Prepare your charcoal or gas grill. If using a gas grill, preheat it to medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the kebabs: Place the skewers onto the grill. Cook the kebabs on one side for about 4 minutes until nicely browned, then turn them over and grill for an additional 4 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the kebabs from the grill and serve immediately for optimal flavor and juiciness.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for best texture but avoid overly lean meat to keep kebabs juicy.
- If seven spice blend is unavailable, use a mix of cumin, cinnamon, allspice, and coriander as a substitute.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- These kebabs can be served with pita bread, tzatziki, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
